Pastor John Gullett Jr.

Pastor John Gullett, Jr., 68, of Asheboro, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro.

The homegoing service for John Gullett, Jr. will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Journey Church, with Bishop Jessie Britt officiating.

John Gullett was born on July 6, 1957, in Camden, Alabama, the son of the late John Gullett, Sr. and Bertha Wilson Allen. He became an ordained minister in 1981 and served as a compassionate pastor for many years. He was a loving husband, devoted father, faithful provider, and a steadfast light within his community. Pastor Gullett was often referred to as a “Gentle Giant,” and his favorite quote was, “Life is good, because God is good.” He was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and cherished his fraternity brothers.

He began his pastoral journey at St. John AME Zion Church in Pinson, Alabama, and later transitioned to Wesley Chapel AME Zion Church. Following his time there, he went on to found St. John Outreach Christian Church, which was later renamed Bread of Life World Christian Center. He also faithfully served as a chaplain for the North Carolina Department of Corrections, ministering in facilities in Troy, Albemarle, Scotland-Laurinburg, and at the Chatham Youth Development Center in Siler City for over 25 years. He touched so many lives.

In addition to his parents, Pastor Gullett was preceded in death by his son, Rolando Blackmon; sister, Eartise “Elaine” Williams; and sister-in-law, Teretha Jones-Span.

He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Mary Gullett, of the home; children, Francina Gullett, Briana Gullett (Nikao Wallace), Janise “Alex” Gullett, Symonia Montgomery-Johnson, and Zerick Blackmon (Doris Blackmon); siblings, Orlando Ray Gullett (Frances) of Alabama, Sharon Williams (Johnny) of Alabama, Cletis Gullett (Carolyn) of Georgia, Kathy Gullett of Georgia, and Janice Montgomery of Alabama; grandchildren, Jamel Gullett, Gianna Gullett, Eden Gullett, Zedrick Blackmon Jr., Rayven Dear, DreShun Blackmon, Davion Cameron, Symone Townsend, and Ykyra Westry; four great-grandchildren, Camryn Wright, Sy’Kai Townsend, Zakai Jefferson, and Zoey Lewis; two aunts, Annie Key and Mary Lawrence, both of Ohio; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Tony, Sheila, Jimmie (Felicia), Christie, Delores (Kenneth), Cheryl, Donald (Tammy), and Leslie (Artie); a host of nieces and nephews; and his lifelong confidant, Dr. Alexander Arthur.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Ridge Funeral Home, and at other times at the home of Briana Gullett, beginning Tuesday afternoon.

In lieu of flowers, the family politely requests that potted plants be sent.